A GUIDE TO BTS

So you've decided to stan BTS, welcome! This is a comprehensive guide for new fans who'd like to get into BTS but don't know where to start. To use this carrd, you can either click the image to go through everything, or use the buttons for direct navigation. Enjoy!

• BTS
• Members
• Discography
• Socials
• Tips

ABOUT BTS;

BTS is a seven-member South Korean group formed under Big Hit Entertainment in 2010. BTS was originally the short form for 'Bangtan Sonyeondan' (Hangul: 방탄소년단) which translates to 'Bulletproof Boy Scouts' before they added a new identity to it in July 2017, Beyond The Scene. Both acronyms are accurate. They debuted on the 13th of June, 2013 with 'No More Dream' from their debut album, 2Cool4Skool.

Originally starting out as a hip-hop group, BTS branched out to various genres as they progressed, eventually creating an incredibly versatile discography for lovers of almost every genre.

BTS consists of seven members of equal importance and value. There are four vocalists and three rappers. The leader of the group is RM.

The fans of the group are called ARMY, which is an acronym for 'Adorable Representative MC for Youth'. They were given this name on the 9th of July, 2013, less than a month after BTS' debut. ARMY Day is celebrated on this day every year.

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The Members;

Here are the members in order of the fanchant.

RM

Real name:
Kim Namjoon
Position:
Leader, rapper
DOB:
September 12, 1994

JIN

Real name:
Kim Seokjin
Position:
Vocalist
DOB:
December 4, 1992

SUGA

Real name:
Min Yoongi
Position:
Rapper
DOB:
March 9, 1993

J-HOPE

Real name:
Jung Hoseok
Position:
Rapper
DOB:
February 18, 1994

JIMIN

Real name:
Park Jimin
Position:
Vocalist
DOB:
October 13, 1995

V

Real name:
Kim Taehyung
Position:
Vocalist
DOB:
December 30, 1995

jungkook

Real name:
Jeon Jungkook
Position:
Vocalist
DOB:
September 1, 1997

Seokjin is the eldest member, while Jungkook is the youngest. 'Hyung' is a honorific term used by Korean men when speaking to older but close men, meaning brother. 'Maknae' is a term used to name the youngest member(s). So, in BTS, Jungkook is the maknae.

The hyung line refers to the four eldest members; Jin, Suga, RM, and J-Hope, while the maknae line refers to the youngest three; Jimin, V, and Jungkook.

Similarly, the rap line refers to the three rappers, whereas the vocal line refers to the four vocalists of the group.

All of BTS are phenomenal dancers and performers who work tirelessly and do their best to deliver performances. Each member is an excellent dancer and has his own style.

Note: Although they have the same last names, RM, Jin, and V are not siblings!

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THE BTS DISCOGRAPHY;

Over the years, BTS have covered a variety of genres and topics in their songs. They have released multiple mini-albums (EPs), full albums, special compilation albums, singles, solo works, covers, Original Sound Tracks (OSTs), and unofficial releases.

You can find all of their official releases on Spotify, Apple Music, and Korean streaming sites. Unofficial releases, mixtapes, and covers can be found on their SoundCloud account and their YouTube channel. All of their music videos are uploaded on their label's YouTube channel, Big Hit Labels.

Korean discography;

Click here to be directed to their official website where you can find the details of every album including its tracklist, release date, videos, and concept photos.

Japanese discography;

BTS have released the following Japanese albums. The albums include both new tracks and Japanese (JPN) versions of previous tracks.

ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACKS;

To date, BTS has only one OST album - BTS WORLD, which was released in 2019 for their game of the same title, featuring tracks Heartbeat (a song with all the members), Dream Glow by Jin, Jimin, and Jungkook featuring Charli XCX, A Brand New Day by J-Hope and V featuring Zara Larsson, and All Night by Suga and RM featuring Juice WRLD.

TIP: To ensure that you have not missed out on any songs, go through their entire discography in order!

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CONNECT WITH BTS!

BTS have one of the largest presences (if not the largest) on the internet. They frequently share updates with their fans and interact with them depending on the platform.

On Twitter, they have two accounts - @BTS_twt and @bts_bighit. BTS_twt is their personal account which all the members update personally (and frequently), while the other is the company account managed by staff. On the personal account, BTS share selfies, messages to ARMY, and personal content, whereas comeback related content and official releases are usually shared on bts_bighit.

BTS do not have a personal Instagram account, only an official one that is managed by staff. It is used to post rehearsal stories, concept photos, and other official pictures.

Weverse is a social platform created by Big Hit for interactions between their artists and their fans. BTS are active on Weverse as well and they often post letters, selfies, daily accounts, stories, and even reply to ARMY posts!

BTS are on two YouTube channels - the company's channel, Big Hit Labels, is where all of the official releases such as music videos (MVs) are uploaded. The other channel, BANGTANTV, is where they host their YouTube lives, upload their logs, and share Bangtan Bombs and BTS Episodes (special clips of BTS during their schedules, such as photoshoots, backstage moments, etc).

They are also available on VLive, the Korean idol broadcasting platform (and are the most subscribed channel!) where they often host live broadcasts and podcasts.

Fancafe is a platform where Korean idols can connect with their fans. BTS occasionally post letters for ARMY on Fancafe as well.

You can also find BTS on Weibo (both personal and official accounts), Facebook, TikTok, and their official website.

BTS are most active on Twitter and Weverse. None of the members have a solo account - they all share the same profile on all platforms.

BTS on streaming platforms:

• Spotify
• Apple
• SoundCloud
• Tidal
• Pandora
• Deezer

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TIPS AND ADVICE FOR YOU AS A NEW ARMY;

As you progress more into the fandom, you will learn and discover new things - and definitely enjoy the experience along the way!

There are a few things that you may keep in mind when you first decide to stan just so you can have the best experience.

#1: Please do not make judgements on the members' characters based on YouTube 'introduction' videos only. They often have exaggerated stereotypes of the members and contain a lot of misinformation. Instead, take your time to understand the members yourself.

#2: There are a lot of fake facts, news, and information on every platform, but especially Twitter and YouTube. It may seem obvious, but it is quite easy to forget; please do not believe everything you see. Only trust and spread information from 100% trusted sources - the rest, take with a grain of salt.

#3: Please do not feel embarrassed or ashamed to ask questions - all fans were new at some point! There are many ARMYs that are ready to help new fans with their doubts. However, remember rule #2 - make sure your sources are trustworthy.

#4: Do not hate on any member! It's okay to have a bias, but please make sure that you appreciate all members. They're all special in their own way, and 7-1=0.

#5: And the most important tip is to ENJOY! Stanning Bangtan is not a chore - it's a fun filled journey of growth, reflection, and much more. Do not feel pressured by anything - enjoy your music and content in peace!

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CONGRATULATIONS! YOU MADE IT TO THE END OF THIS INTRODUCTION!

We hope that this has helped you in any way, or made your starting experience a little less confusing. Or more organised. Or a bit more clearer. Whichever works for you.

You might've finished this carrd, but there's still a lot more to be explored. From their variety shows, to their award stages, to the many, many Bangtan Bombs - we hope that you have the greatest time discovering more about BTS.

Once again, welcome to the BTS ARMY!

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